April 16, 2009

Paulus Given Opportunity to Compete for Starting Quarterback at Michigan

Duke Guard Greg Paulus has been given an opportunity by Michigan Head Coach Rich Rodriguez to compete for the starting quarterback position per ESPN.com. Paulus, who is scheduled to graduate from Duke this June, was a former All-American quarterback at Christian Brothers Academy in Syracuse, New York.

Because he did not redshirt during his four-year career with the Blue Devils, Paulus has retained one year of collegiate eligibility. "The chance to compete for a starting job is important," said Paulus. "With me only having an opportunity to play for one year, the chance and the opportunity to compete at a high level is important. There is an opportunity to do that at Michigan."

Paulus visited Ann Arbor this past Tuesday, but did not work out for any of the Michigan coaches. "There has been an opportunity given there," said Paulus. "I thought it was a really good visit. It was really helpful to get to be on a campus and meet with Coach Rodriguez and see the system and understand what types of opportunities are out there."

If Paulus does decide to become a Wolverine, he will have to beat out true freshmen Tate Forcier, Junior Nick Sheridan, and Denard Robinson, another incoming freshmen. Sheridan started four games for Michigan last year.

Across the country, Tweeters are expressing their opinions about Paulus potentially becoming a Wolverine.

  1. Billy Ocean
    JulianMcFly Greg Paulus bout to transfer and play football for Michigan maybe? Wow...he just opened a big door for bammas if this works out
  2. Ashley Holleman
    AshleyHolleman Greg Paulus to Michigan to play qb?! I am glad I got out when I did. Don't get me wrong, love Ann Arbor and everyone there, but come on UM
  3. Landis
    Landis91 All of Greg Paulus' high school highlights are him throwing ducks. Buyer beware.
  4. Howgoodiwas.com HGIW
    HGIW I can't believe Greg Paulus is going back to football for his senior year!
  5. Ryan Banks O
    Rooroxx is buying a greg paulus Michigan football jersey
  6. Brian Dils
    briandils Just heard the Greg Paulus interview on PTI. He said "and uhh" about 125 times and I'm not sure I'm exaggerating
  7. Eric
    DerdniK @pointforwardpro It's official! -- http://tinyurl.com/cxhjy4 Michigan Offers Greg Paulus Football Scholarship -- Will compete for QB Job
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